Patient's question:
My friend's baby was just born, and six days later, jaundice was detected. The doctor recommended that the child be exposed to blue light. However, after taking the baby inside, they have been crying nonstop. How can I calm the baby down during blue light treatment?Doctor's answer:
The newborn has a relatively high and severe level of jaundice, which requires blue light treatment. During blue light therapy, if the child is constantly crying, it is likely caused by the light stimulation. It is recommended that if the child has jaundice, it must be checked and tested before following the doctor's advice for treatment, as severe jaundice may affect the child's growth and development. Give the child warm water to drink.